1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 1998 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | 33 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
